Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway
Following the South Fork of the Payette River, the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway offers plenty to do for outdoor adventurers—from whitewater rafting and wildlife viewing to fishing and hiking. If you’re not ready for the road trip to end, you’re in luck! This route joins both the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway and the Payette River Scenic Byway with an abundance of ways to explore.
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Road Trip Tips
Turn-by-Turn Directions: The route travels along Banks-Lowman Road and can be accessed either at Banks along Idaho 55 or at Lowman along Idaho 21. Either point of access will lead back to Boise.
Full services in: Garden Valley and Lowman
Partial services in: Crouch
Motorcycle Route: Yes
Full Services: When gas, food and lodging are available
Partial Services: When gas and a few other facilities are available
Nearby Adventures
From relaxed guest ranch getaways to legendary rafting trips, discover your next adventure on Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway.
- Whitewater rafting on the Payette River
- South Fork of the Payette River
- Terrace Lakes Golf Course & Resort
- Boise National Forest
- Starlight Mountain Theatre
- Wildlife viewing (along Banks-Lowman Road and in Boise National Forest)
Download Before You Hit the Road
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Idaho Roadsider
State Highway Map
Travel Tips
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